Hollywood A-Listers Named in Lively-Baldoni Legal Dispute

NEW YORK: (Web Desk) – The legal battle between Hollywood actors Blake Lively and Justin Baldoni over the film It Ends with Us has expanded after newly unsealed court documents revealed private communications involving several major celebrities. The dispute began in December 2024 when Lively accused Baldoni—who directed and starred in the film—of sexual harassment and retaliation. Baldoni denied the allegations and later filed a $400 million countersuit, which has since been dismissed. The case is now scheduled for trial in May 2026.

Recently unsealed filings have shed light on internal conflicts during the film’s production and promotion. According to court records, Lively named more than 100 potential witnesses, including prominent figures from entertainment, sports, and fashion. Among those mentioned is pop star Taylor Swift, a close friend of Lively, who was reportedly approached for support regarding proposed script edits. The documents also reference NFL star Travis Kelce, whom Lively allegedly encouraged Swift to consult for feedback.

Actors Matt Damon and Ben Affleck, along with their spouses, were reportedly asked by Lively and her husband Ryan Reynolds to review versions of the film. Fashion industry leader Anna Wintour appeared in the filings through an email praising the film and commending Lively’s performance under challenging conditions. Other cast members, including Jenny Slate and Brandon Sklenar, were cited in private messages discussing discomfort on set and creative disagreements.

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Additional names mentioned include actress Jameela Jamil, whose texts reportedly criticized Lively’s public conduct during the film’s promotional tour, and Bradley Cooper, who was linked to a private screening of Lively’s edited cut of the movie. Legal analysts stress that the unsealed materials reflect allegations and private opinions rather than established facts. As the trial approaches, both parties continue to deny wrongdoing, while the involvement of high-profile figures has intensified public and media scrutiny.